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How can I prevent ticks while mowing the lawn?

Avoid brushing rough edges, use suitable covering clothing and labelled repellent, then check yourself and equipment after finishing.

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Short answer

Avoid brushing rough edges, use suitable covering clothing and labelled repellent, then check yourself and equipment after finishing.

At a glance

Avoid brushing rough edges, use suitable covering clothing and labelled repellent, then check yourself and equipment after finishing. Combine authorised measures rather than relying on one product or habit.

Key takeaways

• Avoid brushing rough edges, use suitable covering clothing and labelled repellent, then check yourself and equipment after finishing.

• Combine authorised measures rather than relying on one product or habit.

• Apply this information with current official guidance and the actual circumstances; use qualified medical or veterinary help when removal, symptoms or safety are concerning.

Direct answer

Avoid brushing rough edges, use suitable covering clothing and labelled repellent, then check yourself and equipment after finishing.

Use it in context

Combine authorised measures rather than relying on one product or habit.

Practical next step

Apply this information with current official guidance and the actual circumstances; use qualified medical or veterinary help when removal, symptoms or safety are concerning.